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Advances in Polymer ScienceSeries editor: A. Abe, A.‑C. Albertsson, K. Dusek, S. Kobayashi, K.‑S. Lee, I. Manners, B. Voit, M. Möller, T. E. Long, W. H. Jeu, L. Leibler, E. M. Terentjev, U. Wiesner, M. J. Vicent, J. Genzer

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A. Abe, Yokohama, Japan; H.‑H. Kausch, Cully, Switzerland; M. Möller, DWI at RWTH Aachen, Germany; H. Pasch, University of Stellenbosch, Matieland, South Africa (Eds)

Polymer Composites – Polyolefin Fractionation – Polymeric Peptidomimetics – CollagensContents Technology and Development of Self-Reinforced Polymer Composites, by Ben Alcock und Ton Peijs.- Recent Advances in High-Temperature Fractionation of Polyolefins, by Harald Pasch, Muhammad Imran Malik und Tibor Macko.- An-tibacterial Peptidomimetics: Polymeric Synthetic Mimics of Antimicrobial Peptides, by Karen Lienkamp, Ahmad E. Madkour und Gregory N. Tew.- Collagen in Human Tissues: Structure, Function, and Biomedical Implications from a Tissue Engineering Perspective, by Molamma P. Prabhakaran.

Fields of interestSurface and Interface Science, Thin Films; Poly-mer Sciences; Surfaces and Interfaces, Thin Films

Target groupsResearch

Product categoryReviews

Due January 2013

2013. VIII, 206 p. Hardcover7 * € (D) 203,25 | € (A) 208,94 | sFr 253,007 € 189,95 | £171.00ISBN 978-3-642-34329-2

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R. Aldrovandi, J. Pereira, Universidade Estadual Paulista, São Paulo, Brazil

Teleparallel GravityAn Introduction

Features 7 The first book fully dedicated to teleparallel gravity 7 A general introduction into teleparallel gravity with 7 all the necessary technical details and historical account 7 Written by some of the most active researchers in the field

Contents From the Content: Basic Notions.- Linear Frames and Tetrads.- Connections.- Gauge Theories and Gravitation.- The Gauge Tenets.- General Relativ-ity.- Gravitation and the Gauge Paradigm.- Fun-damentals of Teleparallel Gravity.- Geometrical Setting.- Particle Mechanics.- Free Particles Revis-ited.- Basic Notions.- Free Equation of Motion.- Global Formulation for Gravity.- Phase Factor Approach.- Colella-Overhauser-Werner Experi-ment.- Hodge Dual for Soldered Bundles.- Why a New Dual.- Dual Torsion.- Lagrangian and Field Equations.- Lagrangian of Teleparallel Gravity.-Gravitational Energy-Momentum Density.- Field Equations and Conservation Laws.- Teleparal-lel Gravity.- General Relativity.- Gravitation Without the Equivalence Principle.- Introductory Remarks.- Gravitational Coupling of the Funda-mental Fields.- Gravitational Coupling Revis-ited.- Duality Symmetry.- Duality Symmetry and Gravitation.- Teleparallel Kaluza-Klein Theory.- Kaluza-Klein Theory: a Brief Review.- The Con-nection Space .- Translations in the Connection Space.- A Glimpse on Einstein-Cartan.- Epilogue.

Fields of interestClassical and Quantum Gravitation, Relativity Theory; Differential Geometry; Mathematical Methods in Physics


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2013. XIII, 214 p. 6 illus. (Fundamental Theories of Physics, Volume 173) Hardcover7 * € (D) 106,95 | € (A) 109,95 | sFr 133,507 € 99,95 | £90.00ISBN 978-94-007-5142-2

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E. Amaldi S. Braccini, A. Ereditato, University of Bern, Switzerland; P. Scampoli, University of Naples, Italy (Eds)

The Adventurous Life of Friedrich Georg Houtermans, Physicist (1903-1966)Features 7 Unique biography of F. G. Houter-mans 7 Goes beyond the biography of Houter-mans and gives a clear picture of the life of sci-entists between the two world wars 7 Contains unpublished original pictures and original memo-ries from students and collaborators 7 Provides unique information to historians and historians of physics

Contents Preamble.- Friedrich’s birth and family back-ground.- His youth in Vienna.- Student in Göttingen.- Assistant in Berlin.- Fritz’s first marriage.- Life in Berlin.- Emigration to U.K. and U.S.S.R.- Professor in Kharkov.-The beginning of the great trials.- The years of prison.- An overview of the situation in central Europe.- More about Fritz and Konstantin.- A few other physicists’ political troubles.- Finally out of prison!.- Shaken by worldwide storms. Fritz’s second family.- An outline of the early development of applied nuclear energy in Germany.- From Berlin to Ronneburg.- In Göttingen again.- Houtermans’ third family.- Fritz’s fourth family. His departure.- Houtermans’ scientific work and influence in Bern.- Why we remember him.- List of Publications by F. G. Hou-termans.- Bibliography.

Fields of interestHistory and Philosophical Foundations of Physics; Physics, general; Particle and Nuclear Physics

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

Product categoryBrief

Due December 2012

2013. VIII, 117 p. 20 illus. (SpringerBriefs in Physics) Softcover7 * € (D) 53,45 | € (A) 54,95 | sFr 66,507 € 49,95 | £44.99ISBN 978-3-642-32854-1

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V. Astapenko, Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology, Russia

Polarization Bremsstrahlung on Atoms, Plasmas, Nanostructures and SolidsThe book is devoted to the modern theory and experimental manifestation of Polarization Bremsstrahlung (PB) which arises due to scat-tering of charged particles from various targets: atoms, nanostructures (including atomic clusters, nanoparticle in dielectric matrix, fullerens, gra-phene-like two-dimensional atomic structure) and in condensed matter (monocrystals, polycrystals, partially ordered crystals and amorphous matter) The present book addresses mainly researchers interested in the radiative processes during the interaction between fast particles and matter.

Features 7 Author is acknowledged as foremost expert in the field 7 Timely publication covering all the main issues 7 Brings a coherence to the topic that has been lacking in previous treat-ments 7 Will help to stimulate further work

Contents Theory of Bremsstrahlung.- Bremsstrahlung theory for slow (quasi-classical) electron scatter-ing.- Bremsstrahlung in plasmas.- Bremsstrahlung of fast particles in condensed matter.- Induced Bremsstrahlung in electromagnetic fields.- Polar-ization Bremsstrahlung on nanostructures.- Ex-perimental observations of PB.- Laser-assisted electron–atom inelastic scattering and other experiments.- Nonrelativistic electron Brems-strahlung in thin and thick metal targets.- Possible PB applications for structure diagnostics.

Fields of interestPlasma Physics; Solid State Physics; Atomic, Mo-lecular, Optical and Plasma Physics



Due January 2013

2013. X, 390 p. 153 illus., 96 in color. (Springer Series on Atomic, Optical, and Plasma Physics, Volume 72) Hardcover7 * € (D) 139,05 | € (A) 142,94 | sFr 173,007 € 129,95 | £117.00ISBN 978-3-642-34081-9

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A. Balogh, Imperial College London, Berkhamsted, UK; R. A. Treumann, ISSI, Bern, Switzerland

Physics of Collisionless ShocksSpace Plasma Shock Waves

The present book provides a contemporary sys-tematic treatment of shock waves in high-temper-ature collisionless plasmas as are encountered in near Earth space and in Astrophysics. It consists of two parts. Part I develops the complete theory of shocks in dilute hot plasmas under the assump-tion of absence of collisions among the charged particles when the interaction is mediated solely by the self-consistent electromagnetic fields. Such shocks are naturally magnetised implying that the magnetic field plays an important role in their evolution and dynamics. This part treats subcriti-cal shocks which dissipate flow energy by generat-ing anomalous resistance or viscosity. The main emphasis is, however, on super-critical shocks where the anomalous dissipation is insufficient to retard the upstream flow.

Features 7 Presents the first comprehensive book on colli-sionless shocks since the 1980s 7 Offers a unique and excellently illustrated course on shock wave physics and applications 7 Provides an in-depth look at shocks and serves as an almost complete reference for space scientists and astrophysicists

Contents Part I.- The Shock Problem.- Equations and Models.- Subcritical Shocks.- Quasi-Perpendicular Supercritical Shocks.- Quasi-Parallel Super-critical Shocks.- Particle Acceleration.- Final Remarks.- Part II.- Introduction.- Planetary Bow Shocks.- The Heliospheric Termination Shock.

Fields of interestExtraterrestrial Physics, Space Sciences; Astro-physics and Astroparticles; Plasma Physics



Due February 2013

2013. VIII, 401 p. 170 illus., 37 in color. (ISSI Scientific Report Series, Volume 12) Hardcover7 * € (D) 139,05 | € (A) 142,94 | sFr 173,007 € 129,95 | £117.00ISBN 978-1-4614-6098-5

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S. Banerjee, Politechnico di Torino, Italy; L. Rondoni, Polotecnico di Torino, Italy (Eds)

Applications of Chaos and Nonlinear Dynamics in Science and Engineering - Vol. 3Chaos and nonlinear dynamics initially devel-oped as a new emergent field with its foundation in physics and applied mathematics. The highly generic, interdisciplinary quality of the insights gained in the last few decades has spawned myriad applications in almost all branches of science and technology—and even well beyond. Wherever quantitative modeling and analysis of complex, nonlinear phenomena is required, chaos theory and its methods can play a key role. This third volume concentrates on reviewing further relevant contemporary applications of chaotic nonlinear systems as they apply to the various cutting-edge branches of engineering.

Features 7 Features state-of-the-art,concrete and real-world applications in various fields of engineering/applied sciences 7 Contributions written by active and leading research groups 7 Useful as both a reference and recipe handbook of success-ful applications

Contents Preface.- Fluctuation Relations and Chaotic Dynamics.- Monsoon Chaos and Wind Turbine System.- Fractal and its Application in Epileptic Seizure.- Chaos Synchronization: Communica-tions and Symbolic Analysis.- Chaos Synchroniza-tion: Sytems and Circuits.

Fields of interestNonlinear Dynamics; Complexity; Complex Systems



Due February 2013

2013. Approx. 350 p. (Understanding Complex Systems) Hardcover7 * € (D) 101,60 | € (A) 104,45 | sFr 126,507 € 94,95 | £85.50ISBN 978-3-642-34016-1

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R. Beck, Max Planck Institute for Radio Astronomy, Bonn, Germany; A. Balogh, Imperial College London, Berkhamsted, UK; A. Bykov, Russian Academy of Sciences, St. Petersburg, Russia; R. A. Treumann, ISSI, Bern, Switzerland; L. Widrow, Queen’s University, Kingston, Canada (Eds)

Large-scale Magnetic Fields in the UniverseA collection of sixteen coordinated reviews on the origins of large-scale magnetic fields in the Universe, this book discusses magnetic fields in all relevant astrophysical contexts, from the interstel-lar medium to the scales of galaxies and clusters of galaxies.

Features 7 Offers broad coverage of the origin and the role played by large-scale magnetic fields in the Universe 7 Includes discussion of both magnetic field observations and magnetic field theoretical background in various astrophysical contexts 7 Provides a coordinated, up-to-date collection of reviews by leading scientists in the field

Contents From the Contents: Magnetic Fields in the Large‐scale Structure of the Universe.- The First Magnetic Fields.- Current Status of Turbulent Dynamo Theory: From Large‐scale to Small‐scale Dynamos.- Magnetic Fields in Cosmic Particle Acceleration Sources.- Cosmic rays in galactic and extragalactic magnetic fields.- Magnetic fields in galactic haloes.- Magnetic Fields in Massive Stars, their Winds, and their Nebulae.- Magnetic Fields, Relativistic Particles, and Shock Waves in Cluster Outskirts.- Magnetic Fields in Galaxies.

Fields of interestExtraterrestrial Physics, Space Sciences; Cosmol-ogy; Magnetism, Magnetic Materials



Available

Previously published in Space Science Reviews, Vol. 166/1-4 and Vol. 169/1-4, 2012.

2013. VI, 405 p. (Space Sciences Series of ISSI, Volume 39) Hardcover7 * € (D) 139,05 | € (A) 142,94 | sFr 173,007 € 129,95 | £117.00ISBN 978-1-4614-5727-5

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S. O. Dean, Fusion Power Associates, Gaithersburg, MD, USA

Search for the Ultimate Energy SourceA History of the U.S. Fusion Program

Features 7 Discusses how the accomplishment of research goals are aided or hampered by changing govern-ment energy policies 7 Author has served in both research and managerial positions in fusion research since 1962 and is uniquely qualified to discuss the history of fusion development in the United States 7 Of interest to energy profes-sionals, people interested in the development of energy technologies, political scientists interested in the complexity of government research & development and future fusion researchers

Contents Prologue.- Chapter 1 - Fusion Fundamentals.- Chapter 2 - Fusion Concepts.- Chapter 3 - The Struggling Years - 1960s.- Chapter 4 - The Glory Years – 1970s.- Chapter 5 - The Carter Plan vs. The Reagan Agenda – 1980-1985.- Chapter 6 - Successes and Disasters – 1985-1990.- Chapter 7 - Hope for Resurgence – 1990-1995.- Chapter 8 - Financial Tsunami – 1995-1999.- Chapter 9 - The New Millennium: Science vs. Energy – 2000-2008.- Chapter 10 - The Obama Administration – 2009-2012.- Chapter 11 – Applications.- Chapter 12 - Engineering Challenges.- Chapter 13 – En-ergy.- Chapter 14 - Perspectives 2012.- Chapter 15 - The Ultimate Energy Source?.- Epilogue.- Ac-knowledgements.- Recommended Reading and Information Resources.- References.- Persons Index.- Subject Index.

Fields of interestNuclear Fusion; R & D/Technology Policy; Energy Policy, Economics and Management

Target groupsPopular/general


Due January 2013

2013. XV, 227 p. 35 illus., 21 in color. (Green Energy and Technology) Hardcover7 * € (D) 106,95 | € (A) 109,95 | sFr 133,507 € 99,95 | £90.00ISBN 978-1-4614-6036-7

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G. D. Fleishman, New Jersey Institute of Technology, Newark, NJ, USA; I. N. Toptygin, State Polytechnical University of St. Petersburg, Russia

Cosmic ElectrodynamicsElectrodynamics and Magnetic Hydrodynamics of Cosmic Plasmas

This book presents the fundamental concepts of the theory, illustrated by numerous examples of astrophysical applications. Classical concepts are combined with new developments and the authors demarcate what is well established and what is still under debate. To book illustrates how apparently complicated phenomena can be addressed and understood using well-known physical principles and equations within appropriate approximations and simplifications.

Features 7 Naturally illustrates the fundamental plasma physics laws by applying these to diverse astro-physical applications 7 Offers more distinct levels of problems and worked out examples than competing textbooks 7 Combines classical con-cepts with most up-to-date developments 7 Of-fers complete nonlinear self-consistent models of astrophysical phenomena

Contents Magnetohydrodynamics of the Cosmic Plasma.- Non-Linear MHD Waves and Discontinuities.- Instability of MHD motion and MHD turbu-lence.- Generation of magnetic field.- Plasma Dispersion.- Linear modes in the plasma.- Weak Turbulence and Magnetic Reconnection.- Wave-Particle Interactions.- Particle Transport.- Particle Acceleration.- Generation of linear modes by given electric current.- Microscopic Emission Processes in the Plasma.- Transport of Radiation.- Self-consistent models of astrophysical objects.

Fields of interestAstrophysics and Astroparticles; Plasma Physics; Magnetism, Magnetic Materials



Due January 2013

2013. X, 608 p. 117 illus., 36 in color. (Astrophysics and Space Science Library, Volume 388) Hardcover7 * € (D) 181,85 | € (A) 186,94 | sFr 226,507 € 169,95 | £153.00ISBN 978-1-4614-5781-7

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P. G. Frè, University of Torino, Italy

Gravity, a Geometrical CourseVolume 2: Black Holes, Cosmology and Introduction to Supergravity

Features 7 Presents general relativity not in isolation, but as a cornerstone of modern theoretical phys-ics 7 Gives a systematic exposition of the theory in a self-contained but rigorous mathematical language and includes complete analytical studies of some relevant proplems 7 Covers both clas-sical general relativity and supergravity 7 Offers plenty of historical background on the physicists relevant to the theories presented 7 Enriched with useful appendices with material on spinors, Mathematica programmes, and much more

Contents Acknowledgement.- Preface.- 1.- Introduction.- 2. Extended Space-Times, Causal Structure and Penrose Diagrams.- 3. Rotating Black-Holes and Thermodynamics.- 4. Cosmology: a Historical Outline from Kant to WMAP and Planck.- 5. Cosmology and General Relativity: Mathematical Description of the Universe.- 6. Supergravity: the Principles.- 7. The Branes: Three Viewpoints.- 8. Supergravity: a Bestiary in Diverse Dimensions.- 9. Supergravity: an Anthology of Solutions.- 10. Conclusion of Volume Two.- Appendix A. Spinors and gamma matrix algebra.- Appendix B. Auxiliary tools for p-brane actions.- Apprndix C. Auxiliary information about some superalgebras.- Appendix D. Mathematica Package NOVAMANI-FOLDA.- Appendix E. Examples of the use of the package NOVAMANIFOLDA.- Index.

Fields of interestClassical and Quantum Gravitation, Relativity Theory; Quantum Field Theories, String Theory; Cosmology

Target groupsGraduate


Due November 2012

2013. XX, 456 p. 104 illus., 9 in color. Hardcover7 * € (D) 101,60 | € (A) 104,45 | sFr 126,507 € 94,95 | £85.50ISBN 978-94-007-5442-3

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P. G. Frè, University of Torino, Italy

Gravity, a Geometrical CourseVolume 1: Development of the Theory and Basic Physical Applications

Features 7 Presents general relativity not in isolation, but as a cornerstone of modern theoretical phys-ics 7 Gives a systematic exposition of the theory in a self-contained but rigorous mathematical language and includes complete analytical studies of some relevant proplems 7 Covers both clas-sical general relativity and supergravity 7 Offers plenty of historical background on the physicists relevant to the theories presented 7 Enriched with useful appendices with material on spinors, Mathematica programmes, and much more

Contents Acknowledgement.- Preface.- Special Relativity: setting the stage.- Manifolds and fibre bundles.- Connections and Metrics.- Motion in the Schwarzschild Field.- Einstein versus Yang Mills Field Equations.- Stellar Equilibrium.- Gravita-tional Waves and the Binary Pulsars.- Conclusion of volume 1.- Appendix A: Spinors and Gamma Matrix Algebra.- Appendix B: Mathematica Pack-ages.- Index.

Fields of interestClassical and Quantum Gravitation, Relativity Theory; Quantum Field Theories, String Theory; Cosmology



Due November 2012

2013. XVIII, 336 p. 125 illus. Hardcover7 * € (D) 101,60 | € (A) 104,45 | sFr 126,507 € 94,95 | £85.50ISBN 978-94-007-5360-0

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T. D. Germann, Technische Universitat Berlin, Germany

Design and Realization of Novel GaAs Based Laser ConceptsSemiconductor heterostructures represent the backbone for an increasing variety of electronic and photonic devices, for applications including information storage, communication and material treatment, to name but a few. Novel structural and material concepts are needed in order to further push the performance limits of present devices and to open up new application areas. This thesis demonstrates how key performance characteristics of three completely different types of semiconduc-tor lasers can be tailored using clever nanostruc-ture design and epitaxial growth techniques. All aspects of laser fabrication are discussed, from design and growth of nanostructures using metal-organic vapor-phase epitaxy, to fabrication and characterization of complete devices.

Features 7 Demonstrates how ingenious nanostructure design enables tailoring of key properties of semi-conductor lasers 7 Includes detailed analysis of the underlying physics 7 Represents a big step forward for low-cost high-performance applica-tions of GaAs-based nanolasers 7 Nominated as an outstanding contribution by the T.U. Berlin

Contents Semiconductor Laser Concepts.- Experimental.- MOVPE Processes.- Edge-Emitting Quantum Dot Lasers.- High-Power Vertical External-Cavity Surface-Emitting Lasers.- Electro-optically Modu-lated Vertical-Cavity Surface-Emitting Lasers.- Summary and Outlook.- Additional Methods.

Fields of interestSemiconductors; Optical and Electronic Materials; Laser Technology, Photonics



Due January 2013

2013. XI, 171 p. 84 illus., 61 in color. (Springer Theses) Hardcover7 * € (D) 106,95 | € (A) 109,95 | sFr 133,507 € 99,95 | £90.00ISBN 978-3-642-34078-9

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I. Gutzow, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, Sofia, Bulgaria; J. Schmelzer, University of Rostock, Germany

The Vitreous StateThermodynamics, Structure, Rheology, and Crystallization

This book summarizes the experimental evidence and modern classical and theoretical approaches in understanding the vitreous state, from struc-tural problems, over equilibrium and non-equi-librium thermodynamics, to statistical physics. Glasses, and especially silicate glasses, are only the best known representatives of this particular physical state of matter.

Features 7 Although the size of this new edition remains unchanged, approx. 40 % of the contents have been changed 7 Emphasis now lies on materials science and a more extended discussion of physi-cal and chemical aspects 7 Latest experimental findings, modern theories, incorporation of all new results in glass science obtained in the last years

Contents States of Aggregation, Thermodynamic Phases, and the Vitreous State.- Non-Equilibrium Ther-modynamics and the Kinetics of Glass Transition and Stabilization.- General Approaches to the Description of the Structure of Glasses.- Statisti-cal Physics of Under-Cooled Melts and Glasses.- Nucleation in Glass-Forming Systems.- Catalyzed Crystallization of Glass-Forming Melts.- Theory of Crystal Growth and Dissolution in Under-cooled Melts.- Growth of Clusters. Ostwald’s Rule of Stages.- Kinetics of Overall Crystallization.- Liq-uid Phase Separation in Glass-Forming Melts.- Rheology of Glass-Forming Melts.

Fields of interestCondensed Matter Physics; Ceramics, Glass, Com-posites, Natural Materials; Inorganic Chemistry



Due February 2013

2nd ed. 2013. Approx. 580 p. 194 illus. Hardcover7 approx. * € (D) 181,85 | € (A) 186,94 | sFr 226,507 approx. € 169,95 | £153.00ISBN 978-3-642-34632-3

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K. Hansen, University of Gothenburg, Sweden

Statistical Physics of Nanoparticles in the Gas PhaseThermal processes are ubiquitous and an under-standing of thermal phenomena is essential for a complete description of the physics of nanopar-ticles, both for the purpose of modeling the dynamics of the particles and for the correct in-terpretation of experimental data. This books has the twofold aim to present coherently the relevant results coming from the recent scientific literature and to guide the readers through the process of deriving results, enabling them to explore the limits of the mathematical approximations and test the power of the method. The book is focused on the fundamental properties of nanosystems in the gas phase. For this reason there is a strong emphasis on microcanonical physics.

Features 7 Focused on the fundamental properties of nanosystems in the gas phase 7 Contains some necessary basic notions of statistical phys-ics 7 Includes fundamental results, applications and illustrative examples 7 Detailed derivations of results illustrate the applicability and limitations of approximations and demonstrate the power of the methods 7 Enriched with 74 exercises

Contents The relation between classical and quantum statis-tics.- Microcanonical temperature.- Thermal prop-erties of vibrations.- Rate constants for emission of atoms, electrons and photons.- The evaporative ensemble.- Abundance distributions; large scale features.- Molecular dynamics and Monte Carlo simulations.- Thermal excitation of valence elec-trons.- He droplets.

Fields of interestQuantum Gases and Condensates; Atomic/Mo-lecular Structure and Spectra; Statistical Physics, Dynamical Systems and Complexity



Due February 2013

2013. XII, 306 p. 80 illus., 7 in color. (Springer Series on Atomic, Optical, and Plasma Physics, Volume 73) Hardcover7 * € (D) 139,05 | € (A) 142,94 | sFr 173,007 € 129,95 | £117.00ISBN 978-94-007-5838-4

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R. Hołyst, UKSW and PAS, Warsaw, Poland; A. Poniewierski, Polish Academy of Sciences, Warsaw, Poland

Thermodynamics for Chemists, Physicists and EngineersThermodynamics is an essential part of chemical physics and is of fundamental importance in phys-ics, chemistry and engineering courses.

Features 7 The first thermodynamics textbook with a truly interdisciplinary approach targeted to undergrad-uate students in diverse disciplines. It includes also some advanced chapters of interest to graduate students 7 Provides a clear, concise and ap-proachable text on the fundamentals of phenom-enological thermodynamics 7 Addresses a num-ber of applications of the theory with a particular focus on first order phase transitions 7 Clearly highlights postulates, laws, definitions and offers worked out examples, with solutions, chapter-end exercises 7 Written by affirmed scholars in physical chemistry who have taught the subject for over 17 years

Contents Dedication.- Preface.- Part I: Foundations of thermodynamics.- 1 Historical introduction.- 2 Basic concepts and definitions.- 3 Internal energy, work and heat.- 4 Entropy and irreversibility of thermodynamic processes.- 5 Thermodynamic potentials.- Part II: Phase transitions.- 6 Phase transitions in pure substances.- 7 Mixtures.- 8 Phase equilibrium in ideal mixtures.- 9 Phase equilibrium in real mixtures.- Part III: Chemical thermodynamics.- 10 Systems with chemical reac-tions.- 11 Electrochemical systems.- Solutions.- References.- Index.

Fields of interestThermodynamics; Physical Chemistry; Engineer-ing Thermodynamics, Heat and Mass Transfer

Target groupsLower undergraduate

Product categoryUndergraduate textbook

Available

2012. XVI, 343 p. 71 illus. Hardcover7 * € (D) 74,85 | € (A) 76,95 | sFr 93,507 € 69,95 | £62.99ISBN 978-94-007-2998-8

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R. Hydomako, University of Calgary, AB, Canada

Detection of Trapped AntihydrogenIn 2010, the ALPHA collaboration achieved a first for mankind: the stable, long-term storage of atomic antimatter, a project carried out a the Antiproton Decelerator facility at CERN. A crucial element of this observation was a dedicated silicon vertexing detector used to identify and analyze antihydrogen annihilations. This thesis reports the methods used to reconstruct the annihilation loca-tion. Specifically, the methods used to identify and extrapolate charged particle tracks and estimate the originating annihilation location are outlined. Finally, the experimental results demonstrating the first-ever magnetic confinement of antihydro-gen atoms are presented. These results rely heavily on the silicon detector, and as such, the role of the annihilation vertex reconstruction is emphasized.

Features 7 A landmark thesis describing the first ever trapping of antihydrogen atoms in CERN's ALPHA apparatus 7 Opens the way to crucial tests of fundamental theories 7 Nominated as an outstanding contribution by the University of Calgary

Contents Theory.- The ALPHA Apparatus and Procedures.- The ALPHA Silicon Detector.- Event Reconstruc-tion in the ALPHA Detector.- Rejection of Back-ground Events.- The Trapping of Antihydrogen.

Fields of interestParticle and Nuclear Physics; Atomic, Molecular, Optical and Plasma Physics; Applied and Techni-cal Physics



Due January 2013

2013. XVI, 184 p. 101 illus., 4 in color. (Springer Theses) Hardcover7 * € (D) 106,95 | € (A) 109,95 | sFr 133,507 € 99,95 | £90.00ISBN 978-3-642-34483-1

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Y. Kakehashi, University of the Ryukyus, Nishihara, Japan

Modern Theory of Magnetism in Metals and AlloysThis book describes theoretical aspects of the metallic magnetism from metals to disordered alloys to amorphous alloys both at the ground state and at finite temperatures. The book gives an introduction to the metallic magnetism, and treats effects of electron correlations on magnetism, spin fluctuations in metallic magnetism, formation of complex magnetic structures, a variety of magne-tism due to configurational disorder in alloys as well as a new magnetism caused by the structural disorder in amorphous alloys, especially the itiner-ant-electron spin glasses. The readers will find that all these topics can be understood systematically by means of the spin-fluctuation theories based on the functional integral method.

Features 7 Explains the fundamentals of metallic magne-tism 7 Presents magnetism in disordered and amorphous alloys 7 Describes systematically the theories of magnetism from the level of model to the first-principles version 7 Helps under-standing the spin-fluctuation theory based on the functional integral method

Contents Introduction to Magnetism.- Metallic Magnetism at the Ground State.- Magnetic Excitations.- Me-tallic Magnetism at Finite Temperatures.- Spin Fluctuation Theory in Weak Ferromagnets .- Anti-ferromagnetism and Spin Density Waves.- Magne-tism in Dilute Alloys.- Magnetism of Disordered Alloys.- Magnetism of Amorphous Metals and Alloys.

Fields of interestMagnetism, Magnetic Materials; Metallic Materi-als; Applied and Technical Physics



Due January 2013

2013. X, 270 p. 185 illus., 1 in color. (Springer Series in Solid-State Sciences, Volume 175) Hardcover7 * € (D) 139,05 | € (A) 142,94 | sFr 173,007 € 129,95 | £117.00ISBN 978-3-642-33400-9

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A. Krasinski, N. Copernicus Astronomical Center, Warszawa, Poland; G. F. Ellis, University of Cape Town, South Africa; M. MacCallum, University of Bristol, UK (Eds)

Golden Oldies in General RelativityRarities

The Golden Oldies series of the journal General Relativity and Gravitation reprints important papers in general relativity theory that were published 30 or more years ago and are either hard to get hold of, or were originally printed in a lan-guage other than English. They play a key part in making these important papers readily accessible today, in the language that has now become the lingua franca of scientific publication. The value of this reprinting is enhanced by an accompany-ing editorial note for each paper, which briefly explains the significance of the work and where it has subsequently led to, together with a biographi-cal note about the author or authors.

Features 7 Presents a unique collection of seminal papers in General Relativity and Gravitation theo-ry 7 The original publications of the important papers presented in this volume are not easily accessible - now in one volume 7 Compiled by editors of the journal General Relativity and Gravitation 7 Serves as a reference for research-ers in general relativity and gravitation

Contents Part 1: Basic results in differential geometry and general relativity.- Part 2: Discussion of physical effects.- Part 3: Basic exact solutions and their interpretation.

Fields of interestClassical and Quantum Gravitation, Relativity Theory; Cosmology; Astrophysics and Astropar-ticles



Due February 2013

14 Golden Oldie articles were originally published the journal General Relativity and Gravitation

2013. Approx. 450 p. Hardcover7 approx. * € (D) 128,35 | € (A) 131,95 | sFr 160,007 approx. € 119,95 | £108.00ISBN 978-3-642-34504-3

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C. S. Kumar, Center for Advanced Microstructures and Devices, Baton Rouge LA USA (Ed)

UV-VIS and Photoluminescence Spectroscopy for Nanomaterials CharacterizationContents Geometrically Tunable Optical Properties of Metal Nanoparticles by Hao Jing, Li Zhang, and Hui Wang.- Optical Properties of Metallic Semishells – breaking the symmetry of plasmonic nanoshells by Jian Ye and Pol Van Dorpea.- Exploiting the tunable optical response of metallic nanoshells by Ovidio Peña-Rodrígue and Umapada Pal.- UV-Vis spectroscopy for characterization of metal nanoparticles formed from reduction of metal ions during ultrasonic irradiation by Kenji Ok-itsu.- Size-dependent optical properties of metallic nanostructures by Lucía B. Scaffardia, Daniel C. Schincaa, Marcelo Lester, Fabián A. Videla, Jesica M. J. Santillána and Ricardo M. Abraham Ekeroth.- Modelling and optical characterization of the localized surface plasmon resonances of tailored metal nanoparticles by J. Toudert.- Tailor-ing the Optical Properties of Silver Nanomaterials for Diagnostic Applications by Jae-Seung Lee.- Optical Properties of Oxides Films Dispersed with Nanometal Particles by Moriaki Wakaki and Eisuke Yokoyama.- Optical Properties of Silicon Nanowires by Michael M. Adachi, Mohamme-dreza Khorasaninejad, Simarjeet S. Saini, Karim S. Karim.- Optical properties of oxide nanomaterials by A. B. Djuri_si_c, X. Y. Chen, J. A. Zapien, Y. H. Leung, A. M. C. Ng.- UV-VIS Spectroscopy/ Photoluminescence for Characterization of silica coated Core-shell nanomaterials by Masih Darbandi.- Optical and Excitonic Properties of Crystalline ZnS Nanowires by Rui Chen, Dehui Li, Qihua Xiong, and Handong Sun. [...]

Fields of interestSpectroscopy and Microscopy; Nanoscale Science and Technology; Spectroscopy/Spectrometry


Product categoryHandbook

Due January 2013

2013. 600 p. 50 illus. in color. Hardcover7 * € (D) 266,43 | € (A) 273,90 | sFr 331,507 € 249,00 | £224.50ISBN 978-3-642-27593-7

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S. Kwok, The University of Hong Kong, China

StardustThe Cosmic Seeds of Life

Contents 1. Where do we come from?.- 2. Rocks and dust in the planetary neighborhood.- 3. Impacts from beyond.- 4. Descendants of stars.- 5. Glowing in the dark.- 6. Star dust in our eyes.- 7. The oldest and brightest.- 8. Neon signs in the sky.- 9. Stars as molecular factories.- 10. Smoke from stellar chimneys.- 11. Gems from Heaven.- 12. Dia-monds in the sky.- 13. A mysterious red glow.- 14. A celestial origin for oil?.- 15. Organics in our Solar System.- 16. Star dust in our hands.- 17. Bacteria in space?.- 18. Comets: messengers from the past.- 19. Where do oceans come from?.- 20. Playing God with primordial soup.- 21. Star dust and origin of life.- 22. Epilogue.- 23. Bibliography.- 24. Appendix I. Scientific notation.- 25. Appendix II. Units of measurement.- 26. Appendix III Color and Temperature.- 27. Appendix IV: Naming convention of astronomical objects.- 28. Appendix IV Elemental abundance.- 29. Appendix V List of interstellar molecules.- 30. Glossary.

Fields of interestAstrobiology; Astrophysics and Astroparticles; Biogeosciences

Target groupsPopular/general

Product categoryPopular science

Due February 2013

2013. 270 p. 60 illus., 20 in color. (Astronomers’ Universe) Softcover7 * € (D) 42,75 | € (A) 43,95 | sFr 53,507 € 39,95 | £22.95ISBN 978-3-642-32801-5

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K. Kyutoku, Institute of Particle and Nuclear Studies, Ibaraki, Japan

The Black Hole-Neutron Star Binary Merger in Full General RelativityDependence on Neutron Star Equations of State

This thesis presents the systematic study of the orbital evolution, gravitational wave radiation, and merger remnant of the black hole-neutron star binary merger in full general relativity for the first time. Numerical-relativity simulations are performed using an adaptive-mesh-refinement code, SimulAtor for Compact objects in Relativ-istic Astrophysics (SACRA), which adopts a wide variety of zero-temperature equations of state for the neutron star matter.

Features 7 Derives relations between the gravitational-wave cutoff frequency and neutron star compact-ness 7 Clarifies formation of massive accretion disks for short-hard gamma-ray bursts 7 Nomi-nated as an outstanding contribution by Kyoto University’s Physics Department in 2011

Contents Equations of State of Neutron Star Matter.- Com-puting Initial Conditions.- Methods of Simula-tions.- Diagnostics for Numerical Simulations.- The Merger of Nonspinning Black Hole-Neutron Star Binaries.- The Merger of Spinning Black Hole-Neutron Star Binaries.

Fields of interestAstronomy, Astrophysics and Cosmology; Math-ematical Applications in the Physical Sciences; Numerical and Computational Physics


Product categoryPh.D. Thesis

Due January 2013

2013. 142 p. 46 illus., 35 in color. (Springer Theses) Hardcover7 approx. * € (D) 106,95 | € (A) 109,95 | sFr 133,507 approx. € 99,95 | £90.00ISBN 978-4-431-54200-1

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J. Lequeux, Paris Observatory, France

Le Verrier: Magnificent and Detestable AstronomerLe Verrier was a superb scientist. His discovery of Neptune in 1846 made him the most famous astronomer of his time. He produced a com-plete theory of the motions of the planets which served as a basis for planetary ephemeris for a full century. Doing this, he discovered an anomaly in the motion of Mercury which later became the first proof of General Relativity. He also founded European meteorology. However his arrogance and bad temper created many enemies, and he was even fired from his position of Director of the Paris Observatory.

Features 7 Presents the life and work of the French astronomer Le Verrier who discovered the planet Neptune and became famous 7 Provides a com-prehensive picture of astronomy in France and to some extent the whole world at the middle of the 19th century 7 Explains all important scientific points in simple terms for the non-specialist

Contents The young years (1811-1845).- Neptune’s discov-ery (1845-1846).- Waiting for the Paris Observa-tory (1847-1843).- Director of the Observatory (1844-1870).- The dictator.- The fall (1870-1872).- The second reign (1873-1877).- Longitudes via telegraph.- The creator of European meteorology.- Le Verrier’s heritage.

Fields of interestAstronomy, Observations and Techniques; History of Science; History and Philosophical Foundations of Physics



Due January 2013

Originally published in French

2013. XII, 325 p. 167 illus., 21 in color. (Astrophysics and Space Science Library, Volume 397) Hardcover7 * € (D) 139,05 | € (A) 142,94 | sFr 173,007 € 129,95 | £117.00ISBN 978-1-4614-5564-6

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T. Li, University of California, Berkeley, CA, USA

Fundamental Tests of Physics with Optically Trapped MicrospheresFundamental Tests of Physics with Optically Trapped Microspheres details experiments on studying the Brownian motion of an optically trapped microsphere with ultrahigh resolution and the cooling of its motion towards the quantum ground state. Glass microspheres were trapped in water, air, and vacuum with optical tweezers; and a detection system that can monitor the position of a trapped microsphere with Angstrom spatial resolution and microsecond temporal resolution was developed to study the Brownian motion of a trapped microsphere in air over a wide range of pressures.

Features 7 Nominated by the University of Texas at Aus-tin, USA, as an outstanding Ph.D. thesis 7 Rep-resents an important step toward studying the quantum behaviors of a macroscopic particle trapped in vacuum 7 Presents the first measure-ment of the instantaneous velocity of a particle undergoing Brownian motion

Contents Introduction.- Physical Principle of Optical Twee-zers.- Optical Trapping of Glass Microspheres in Air and Vacuum.- Measuring the Instantaneous Velocity of a Brownian Particle in Air.- Towards Measurement of the Instantaneous Velocity of a Brownian Particle in Water.- Millikelvin Cooling of an Optically Trapped Microsphere in Vacuum.- Towards Quantum Ground-State Cooling.- Ap-pendix.

Fields of interestThermodynamics; Quantum Physics; Nanoscale Science and Technology



Due February 2013

2013. XIII, 214 p. 78 illus., 75 in color. (Springer Theses) Hardcover7 * € (D) 106,95 | € (A) 109,95 | sFr 133,507 € 99,95 | £90.00ISBN 978-1-4614-6030-5

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A. Massaro, Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia (IIT), Center for Bio-Molecular Nanotechnology (CBN), Arnesano, Lecce, Italy; A. Lay‑Ekuakille, University of Salento, Lecce, Italy

Optical Waveguiding and Applied PhotonicsTechnological Aspects, Experimental Issue Approaches and Measurements

Optoelectronics--technology based on applica-tions light such as micro/nano quantum electron-ics, photonic devices, laser for measurements and detection--has become an important field of research. Many applications and physical problems concerning optoelectronics are analyzed in Opti-cal Waveguiding and Applied Photonics.

Features 7 Describes methods combining theoretical and computational tools to be used in state-of-the-art optical device design 7 Introduces analytical and numerical techniques that will become power-ful tools in aiding the design of practical optical devices 7 Introduces methods to overcome the limits of numerical computation in integrated optics such as large aspect ratio and high compu-tational cost

Contents 1. Introduction.- 2. Theory and Measurement Approaches.- 3. Optical and Wireless Devices, Fabrication Process and Applications.- 4. Nano-technology and MEMS: Design, Technology and Measurements.- 5. Nanocomposite Materials and Optical Sensors.- 6. Instrumentation for Measure-ment Procedures.- 7. Electronic Measurements and Signal processing.- 8. Noise.

Fields of interestOptics, Optoelectronics, Plasmonics and Optical Devices; Nanotechnology and Microengineering; Optical and Electronic Materials



Due November 2012

2013. XVI, 174 p. 132 illus. (Lecture Notes in Nanoscale Science and Technology, Volume 10) Hardcover7 * € (D) 106,95 | € (A) 109,95 | sFr 133,507 € 99,95 | £90.00ISBN 978-1-4614-5958-3

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R. Mauri, University of Pisa, Italy

Non-Equilibrium Thermodynamics in Multiphase FlowsNon-equilibrium thermodynamics is a general framework that allows the macroscopic descrip-tion of irreversible processes. This book introduces non-equilibrium thermodynamics and its applica-tions to the rheology of multiphase flows. The subject is relevant to graduate students in chemical and mechanical engineering, physics and material science. This book is divided into two parts. The first part presents the theory of non-equilibrium thermodynamics, reviewing its essential features and showing, when possible, some applications.

Features 7 Illustrates the applications of non-equilibrium thermodynamics to multiphase flow model-ing 7 Offers an easy introduction to non-equilibrium thermodynamics 7 Covers recent topics, such as stochastic integration and path integrals 7 Includes end-of-chapter exercises and solutions 7 Fills a gap in the existing litera-ture on stochastic theory and non-equilibrium thermodynamics

Contents From the Contents: Microscopic reversibility.- The Langevin equation.- The Fokker-Planck equa-tion.- Stochastic differential calculus.- The path integral.- Balance equations.- The constitutive relations.- Multiphase Flows.- Effective constitu-tive relations.- Multiple scale analysis.

Fields of interestThermodynamics; Physical Chemistry; Soft and Granular Matter, Complex Fluids and Microfluid-ics


Product categoryGraduate/Advanced undergraduate textbook

Due December 2012

2013. XII, 252 p. 5 illus. (Soft and Biological Matter) Hardcover7 * € (D) 74,85 | € (A) 76,95 | sFr 93,507 € 69,95 | £62.99ISBN 978-94-007-5460-7

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I. A. Parinov, Rostov State University, Russia

Microstructure and Properties of High-Temperature SuperconductorsThe main features of high-temperature supercon-ductors (HTSC) that define their properties are intrinsic brittleness of oxide cuprates, the layered anisotropic structure and the supershort coher-ence length.

Features 7 Comprehensive presentation of all types of HTSC 7 Includes latest modelling and simula-tion strategies 7 40% new material included in this new edition

Contents Superconductors and Superconductivity: General Issues.- High-Temperature Superconductors: Overview.- Composition Features and HTSC Preparation Techniques.- Experimental Inves-tigations of HTSC.- Carbon Problem.- General Aspects of HTSC Modeling.- Modeling of BSCCO Systems and Composites.- Modeling of YBCO Ox-ide Superconductors.- Modeling Conductive and Elastic Properties of Superconductive Compos-ites.- Computer Simulation of HTSC Microstruc-ture and Toughening Mechanisms.- Mechanical Destructions of HTSC Josephson Junctions and Composites.- Modeling of Electromagnetic and Superconducting Properties of HTSC.- Clas-sification of Superconductors.- Finite Element Implementation of Carbon-Induced Embrittle-ment Model.- Macrostructure Modeling of Heat Conduction.- Computational Algorithms for Defi-nition of Structure-Sensitive Properties of some HTSC Ceramics and Composites.- Eden Model.

Fields of interestStrongly Correlated Systems, Superconductivity; Optical and Electronic Materials; Numerical and Computational Physics



Due January 2013

2nd ed. 2013. XIII, 650 p. 379 illus. Hardcover7 * € (D) 181,85 | € (A) 186,94 | sFr 226,507 € 169,95 | £153.00ISBN 978-3-642-34440-4

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R. G. Rubio, Y. S. Ryazantsev, UCM, Madrid, Spain; V. M. Starov, Loughborough University, UK; G.‑X. Huang, East China Normal University, Shanghai, China; A. P. Chetverikov, Saratov State University, Russia; P. Arena, University of Catania, Italy; A. A. Nepomnyashchy, Technion, Haifa, Israel; A. Ferrus, CSIC, Madrid, Spain; E. G. Morozov, Shirshov Institute of Oceanology, Moscow, Russia (Eds)

Without Bounds: A Scientific Canvas of Nonlinearity and Complex DynamicsBringing together forty-two contributions on all aspects of nonlinear and complex dynamics, this impressive topical collection is both a scientific and personal tribute, on the occasion of his 70th birthday, by many outstanding colleagues in the broad fields of research pursued by Prof. Manuel G Velarde.

Features 7 Edited and Authored by leading researchers in the field 7 Covers a very large number of topics, both fundamental and applied 7 Useful as refer-ence in the field

Contents Preface.- Section 1: Flows, Instabilities and Con-vective Patterns.- Section 2: Interfacial Phenom-ena, Wetting and Spreading Problems.- Section 3: Waves and Solitons, and Other Collective Excitations.- Section 4: Complex Dynamics and Stochastic Dynamics.- Section 5: Bio- and Neuro-physical Problems.- Section 6: Geophysical Flows and Other Geo-problems.

Fields of interestNonlinear Dynamics; Complexity; Classical Con-tinuum Physics



Due February 2013

2013. Approx. 750 p. (Understanding Complex Systems) Hardcover7 * € (D) 149,75 | € (A) 153,94 | sFr 186,507 € 139,95 | £126.00ISBN 978-3-642-34069-7

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F. Scheck, University of Mainz, Germany

Quantum PhysicsScheck’s Quantum Physics presents a comprehen-sive introductory treatment, ideally suited for a two-semester course. Part One covers the basic principles and prime applications of quantum me-chanics, from the uncertainty relations to many-body systems. Part Two introduces to relativistic quantum field theory and ranges from symmetries in quantum physics to electroweak interactions.

Features 7 New edition with added sections on nonlinear quantum mechanics and path integral methods in field theory 7 Contains an encyclopedic coverage from uncertainty relation to many-body systems, from symmetries to electroweak intera-tion 7 Includes problems, partly with solutions, partly with hints towards solutions 7 Starting with basic principles and providing the frame-work all vital elements of nonrelativistic quantum mechanics are explained, even an introduction to quantum electrodynamics is included

Contents From the Uncertainty Relation to Many-Body Systems.- Quantum Mechanics of Point Particles.- Scattering of Particles by Potentials.- The Princi-ples of Quantum Theory.- Space-Time Symmetries in Quantum Physics.- Applications of Quantum Mechanics.- From Symmetries in Quantum Phys-ics to Electroweak Interactions.- Symmetries and Symmetry Groups in Quantum Physics.- Quan-tized Fields and their Interpretation.- Scattering Matrix and Observables in Scattering and Decays.- Particles with Spin 1/2 and the Dirac Equation.- Elements of Quantum Electrodynamics and Weak Interactions.

Fields of interestQuantum Physics; Mathematical Physics


Product categoryGraduate/Advanced undergraduate textbook

Due February 2013

2nd ed. 2013. Approx. 750 p. 100 illus. Hardcover7 approx. * € (D) 96,25 | € (A) 98,95 | sFr 120,007 approx. € 89,95 | £81.00ISBN 978-3-642-34562-3

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F. G. Schröder, KIT, Karlsruhe, Germany

Instruments and Methods for the Radio Detection of High Energy Cosmic RaysCosmic rays consist of elementary particles with enormous energy which originate from outside our solar system and constantly hit the Earth’s at-mosphere. Where do these cosmic rays originate? How does nature accelerate the cosmic-ray par-ticles to energies with orders of magnitude beyond the limits of manmade particle accelerators? What can we learn by measuring the interactions of the cosmic rays with the atmosphere? Digital radio-antenna arrays offer a promising, complementary measurement method for high-energy cosmic rays. This thesis reports on substantial advances in the development of the radio technique, which will be used to address these questions in future experiments.

Features 7 Thesis awarded with the Dissertation-spreis by Deutsche Physikalische Gesellschaft (DPG) 7 Presents an instrumental innovation that could significantly improve detection abilities of cosmic rays 7 Hot topic in the centenary of the discovery of cosmic rays

Contents Cosmic Rays.- Radio Experiments for Air Shower Detection.- Time Calibration of LOPES.- A Refer-ence Beacon for the Auger Engineering Radio Array.- Treatment of Noise.- Lateral Distribution.- Pulse Arrival Time Distributions.

Fields of interestAstrophysics and Astroparticles; Particle and Nuclear Physics



Due November 2012

2013. XVIII, 189 p. 113 illus., 26 in color. (Springer Theses) Hardcover7 * € (D) 106,95 | € (A) 109,95 | sFr 133,507 € 99,95 | £90.00ISBN 978-3-642-33659-1

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T.‑Y. Seong, Korea University, Seoul, South Korea; J. Han, Yale University, New Haven, CT, USA; H. Amano, Nagoya University, Japan; H. Morkoc, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA, USA (Eds)

III-Nitride Based Lighting Emitting Diodes and ApplicationsFeatures 7 Captures an accurate snapshot regarding the field and provide an insightful review to all the key issues in anticipation of the revolution in lighting technology 7 Provides a comprehensive cover-age of contemporary LED issues, such as efficiency droop, green gap, GaN on silicon, and high voltage LEDs, which have not been adequately discussed in the published book 7 A valuable source of information for newcomers and experienced researchers working in the field.

Contents 1 Introduction.- Part A. Past, present, and future of LED lighting.- Part B. Ultra-Efficient Solid-State Lighting: Likely Characteristics, Economic Ben-efits, Technological Approaches.- 2 Epitaxy.- Part A. GaN on Si.- Part B. GaN on PSS.- 3 Different orientations of GaN and polarization issues.- 4 Ac-tive region: IQE issues. Part A. IQE measurement. Part B. IQE measurement.- 5 Device: Electrical and optical characteristics.- 6 Chip processing (conventional lateral chip, flip chip and vertical chip, light extraction, EQE).- 7 Packaging (phos-phor type and location, LED array for lighting).- 8 High voltage LED.- 9 CRI issue.- 10 System-level applications, visible light communication, smart illumination.

Fields of interestOptics, Optoelectronics, Plasmonics and Optical Devices; Microwaves, RF and Optical Engineering; Semiconductors



Due February 2013

2013. 200 p. (Topics in Applied Physics, Volume 126) Hardcover7 approx. * € (D) 106,95 | € (A) 109,95 | sFr 133,507 approx. € 99,95 | £90.00ISBN 978-94-007-5862-9

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P. P. Teodorescu, University of Bucharest, Romania

Treatise on Classical ElasticityTheory and Related Problems

Deformable solids have a particularly complex character; mathematical modeling is not always simple and often leads to inextricable difficulties of computation. One of the simplest mathemati-cal models and, at the same time, the most used model, is that of the elastic body – especially the linear one.

Features 7 Covers classical elasticity theory in an encyclo-paedic way 7 A rigorous, accurate and complete treatise 7 Written by one of the most authorita-tive scholars in the field

Contents Preface.- 1: Introduction.- 2: Geometry and Kinematics of Deformation.- 3: Mechanics of Stresses.- 4: Mathematical Models in Mechanics of Deformable Solids.- 5: General Equations of the Theory of Elasticity. Formulation of Problems.- 6: Principles and General Theorems of the Theory of Elasticity. Computation Methods.- 7: Introduction to the Theory of Cosserat type Bodies.- 8: Theory of Concentrated Loads.- 9: Elastic Space. Elastic Half-space.- 10: Elastic Eights-space. Elastic Quarter-space.- 11: Elastic Parallelepiped. Elastic Strip. Elastic Layer. Thick Plate.- 12: Dynamical Problems of Elastic Bodies.- 13: Particular Cases of States of Strain and Stress.- 14: Anisotropic and Non-homogeneous Bodies.- 15: Introduction to Thermoelasticity.- 16: Introduction to Linear Viscoelasticity.- A: Appendix.- 1: Elements of Tensor Calculus.- 2: Curvilinear Coordinates.- 3: Elements of the Theory of Distributions.- 4: Nota-tions and Integrals.- Subject Index.- Name Index.

Fields of interestMechanics; Applications of Mathematics; Appl.Mathematics/Computational Methods of Engi-neering


Product categoryHandbook

Due December 2012

2013. X, 810 p. 110 illus. (Mathematical and Analytical Techniques with Applications to Engineering) Hardcover7 * € (D) 213,95 | € (A) 219,94 | sFr 266,507 € 199,95 | £180.00ISBN 978-94-007-2615-4

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M. Thiriet, Université Pierre et Marie Curie, Paris, France

Tissue Functioning and Remodeling in the Circulatory and Ventilatory SystemsThe volumes in this authoritative series present a multidisciplinary approach to modeling and simu-lation of flows in the cardiovascular and ventila-tory systems, especially multiscale modeling and coupled simulations.

Features 7 Reviews structure and function of major constituents of the circulatory and respiratory apparatus 7 Describes major cellular processes involved in signaling, interactions, and adaptive responses of physiological conduits 7 Integrates biology, chemistry, and physics for the multidisci-plinary exploration and modeling of physiological flows 7 Focuses on mechanotransduction-induced regulation

Contents Preface.- Chapter 1: Blood.- Chapter 2: Hema-topoiesis.- Chapter 3: Blood Cells.- Chapter 4: Lymph Drainage.- Chapter 5: Cardiomyocytes.- Chapter 6: Heart Wall.- Chapter 7: Vessel Wall.- Chapter 8: Smooth Myocytes.- Chapter 9: Vascular Endothelium.- Chapter 10: Vascular Growth.- Chapter 11: Tissue Development, Repair, and Remodeling.- Chapter 12: Airway Surface Liquid and Respiratory Mucus.- Chapter 13: Surfactant.- Chapter 14: Conclusion.- References.- List of Cur-rently Used Prefixes and Suffixes.- List of Aliases.- Complementary Lists of Notations.- Index.

Fields of interestBiophysics and Biological Physics; Biomedical Engineering; Mathematical and Computational Biology



Due December 2012

2013. XIV, 1002 p. 75 illus., 3 in color. (Biomathematical and Biomechanical Modeling of the Circulatory and Ventilatory Systems, Volume 5) Hardcover7 * € (D) 213,95 | € (A) 219,94 | sFr 266,507 € 199,95 | £180.00ISBN 978-1-4614-5965-1

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J. M. Valverde Millán, University of Sevilla, Spain

Fluidization of Fine PowdersCohesive versus Dynamical Aggregation

This book will be mainly devoted to demon-strate the rich phenomenology exhibited by fine powders when they are fluidized by a gas flow. Fine powder cohesiveness leads to poor flow-ability, clumping, difficulty in fluidizing, irregular avalanching behavior, etc.

Features 7 Illustrates the state of the art on cohesive versus dynamical aggregation in fluidized beds 7 Pro-vides a clear introduction to the fluidization of powders 7 Offers an insight into the most recent methods and developments for fluidization 7 An optimal balance between theory and applied topics

Contents Dedication.- Preface.- Acknowledgements.- Ac-ronyms.- 1 Introduction. The classical Geldart’s diagram and the new type of gas-fluidization be-havior.- 2 The structure of Geldart A gas-fluidized beds.- 3 Magnetic stabilization of fluidized beds of magnetizable particles.- 4 The fluidlike behav-ior of granular materials fluidized by liquids.- 5 The fluidlike behavior of some fine and ultrafine powders fluidized by gas.- 6 On the question of fluidlike fluidization stability.- 7 Dynamic ag-gregation of fine particles in gas-fluidized beds.- 8 The modified Geldart’s diagram.- 9 Fluidization of nanopowders.- 10 Effect of gas viscosity on the fluidization behavior of fine powders.- 11 Fluidlike fluidization as affected by external fields.- 12 The use of additives to control powder flow. Mechani-cal properties of fine powder beds.- 13 Fluidiza-tion assistance techniques.

Fields of interestSoft and Granular Matter, Complex Fluids and Microfluidics; Industrial Chemistry/Chemical Engineering; Engineering Fluid Dynamics



Due November 2012

2013. XV, 134 p. 68 illus., 13 in color. (Particle Technology Series, Volume 18) Hardcover7 * € (D) 106,95 | € (A) 109,95 | sFr 133,507 € 99,95 | £90.00ISBN 978-94-007-5586-4

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